The Department of Biological Sciences at Texas Tech University is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position. The position is available immediately to study small RNA and related pathways in plants. The successful candidate will join the laboratory of Dr. Zhixin Xie, which is housed in the newly completed Experimental Sciences Building equipped with state of the art research facilities. We are looking for highly motivated candidates with strong backgrounds in plant molecular biology. Minimum requirement for this position includes a PhD degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or a related field, excellent communication skills, and experience of working with a plant model. Prior experience with RNA analyses or protein expression and protein interaction studies are highly desired, though not required. The successful applicant will be offered a competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a benefit package. Qualified applicants are invited to send a CV and a list of three references to the attention of Dr. Zhixin Xie (E-mail: zhixin.xie at ttu.edu), Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Sciences, Texas Tech University; P. O. Box 43131; Lubbock, TX 79409-3131. Applications will be accepted until a suitable applicant is identified. Texas Tech University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer